DIT Construction Innovation Centre & Construction Industry Federation
Are proud to present their
Masterclass Series 2004-2005
Innovation, in the context of the Irish construction industry, is often thought of in purely technological or product development terms. In reality, innovation embraces much more and transcends all of the many disciplines and functions that contribute to the effective functioning of the industry. By focussing on these specific components e.g. sustainable development, off site construction, energy issues, design, IT, materials, new product development, business process etc, it becomes easier to identify where innovation can have a meaningful impact on the growth and development of the sector as a whole.
To support this approach, a series of Masterclasses will be presented by the DIT Construction Innovation Centre and the Construction Industry Federation, during the period September 2004 - September 2005 focussing on critical issues impacting on the construction industry and its associated professions.
Recognised experts in the chosen topic will present the Masterclasses with additional contributions from other leaders in their fields. Presentations will be followed by a full discussion /workshop. The outcome of each masterclass will be documented and disseminated to participants and key stakeholders.
The first of the Masterclass series will take place on Friday October 1st.
Title: Research and Innovation in the Construction Industry
Keynote Speaker: Dr Tim Broyd, CEO Construction Industry Research and Information Association
Date: October 1st, 2004
Venue: DIT, Fitzwilliam House, 30 Upper Pembroke Street, Dublin 2
Sponsor: Kingspan
To register for this important event please contact:
David Kirk
Construction Innovation Centre
Faculty of the Built Environment
Tel: 01 8729020
david.kirk@dit.ie
or
Kevin Gilna
Construction Industry Federation
Tel: 01 4066000
kgilna@cif.ie
